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as in integrating
to make a part of a body or system
they must embody their ideas in substantial institutions if they are to survive
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as in expressing
to represent in visible form
George Washington embodied so many of the virtues that Americans hold dear
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Recent Examples of embodying
Each robot, remotely operated, clinks glasses and gestures in unison, embodying the camaraderie and hope of the musical’s revolutionaries.
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Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2025
Ripa kept the incredible costumes coming in 2017, embodying Daenerys Targaryen (played by Emilia Clarke) from Game of Thrones.
—Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
The onnagata performances are played with power and elegance by Yoshizawa and Yokohama; their characters are brothers-in-art in the man’s world of kabuki, embodying a ritualistic idea of womanhood that’s otherworldly.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2025
Kim's direction is bold and stylish, and the supernatural scenes are terrifying, embodying the finest that Korean horror has to offer.
—Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2025
The experiment also revealed the possible security risks of embodying AI with a physical form.
—Billy Perrigo, Time, 28 Oct. 2025
Vyaghra is a tiger embodying power, stealth and protection, while Nakra is a crocodile evoking strength, adaptability and primal force.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025
The award was presented for embodying the legacy of the legendary folk singer.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 22 Oct. 2025
O'Connor does a great job of embodying the character of Mooney, who is not the ambitious criminal the film's title suggests.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 17 Oct. 2025
Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2025
Ripa kept the incredible costumes coming in 2017, embodying Daenerys Targaryen (played by Emilia Clarke) from Game of Thrones.
—Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
The onnagata performances are played with power and elegance by Yoshizawa and Yokohama; their characters are brothers-in-art in the man’s world of kabuki, embodying a ritualistic idea of womanhood that’s otherworldly.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2025
Kim's direction is bold and stylish, and the supernatural scenes are terrifying, embodying the finest that Korean horror has to offer.
—Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2025
The experiment also revealed the possible security risks of embodying AI with a physical form.
—Billy Perrigo, Time, 28 Oct. 2025
Vyaghra is a tiger embodying power, stealth and protection, while Nakra is a crocodile evoking strength, adaptability and primal force.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025
The award was presented for embodying the legacy of the legendary folk singer.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 22 Oct. 2025
O'Connor does a great job of embodying the character of Mooney, who is not the ambitious criminal the film's title suggests.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embodying
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In terms of strategics, the growing media and entertainment trend of integrating physical park assets into cross-platform media ecosystems makes the industry a logical candidate.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
24 Oct. 2025
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With a packed card, integrating brand new signings might be challenging, suggesting their debuts could be held off until regular NXT television episodes resume post-event.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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Being an actor means constantly outputting — expressing — but rarely having time to take in new experiences.—
Gavin J Blair,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Nov. 2025
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Since taking office, Manzo, often seen wearing a bulletproof vest, had called on the federal government to do more to fight organized crime while expressing fears for his own safety.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
2 Nov. 2025
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Palantir said last week that home improvement retailer Lowe’s was already incorporating this into its tech stack, but the software company declined on Monday to share other companies that had rolled that out.—
Jessica Mathews,
Fortune,
4 Nov. 2025
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According to the court record, Fletcher contacted the American Packrafting Association with a giveaway offer prior to incorporating his business at the Nampa address in August 2024.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Nov. 2025
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Here is the paradox, for in his silence Poe was actually the most American, exemplifying our national talent at sublimation and repression.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Oct. 2025
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Despite personality friction within the reggae-assimilating band even after decades of inactivity as a unit, The Police successfully undertook a lucrative reunion world tour from 2007-2008 that reportedly earned the group over $360 million, becoming one of the highest grossing tours of all-time.—
Mike Alleyne,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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This model provides an opportunity for collaboration and for assimilating and sharpening all the skills covered in the course.—
Filomena Nunes,
The Conversation,
12 Aug. 2025
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Following its Paris debut, Keigan opened its first flagship store in a historic building on Shanghai’s West Nanjing Road, symbolizing its commitment to aesthetic co-creation.—
Li Jun,
Footwear News,
2 Nov. 2025
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His campaign emblem is a crane, symbolizing the construction boom of recent years.—
Robert F. Worth,
The Atlantic,
28 Oct. 2025
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By personifying the ball as a sidekick, children are invited to practice ball control while also developing empathy and responsibility.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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Her leadership approach offers small business owners a clear model for how personifying a company strengthens teams, builds resilience, and ensures longevity beyond the founder.—
Dan Ringo,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Adults, too, are carrying that weight, manifesting as stress, trauma and grief after climate disasters such as floods and wildfires.—
Melissa Jun Rowley,
Rolling Stone,
28 Oct. 2025
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Expedia’s data also suggests travelers in 2026 are going for variety, manifesting in ways like mix-and-match itineraries, off-peak trips, and unique destinations.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
26 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Embodying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embodying. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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